IN FOCUS WITH MARTIN SHEEN Explores Issues of Patriotism

By: TV News Desk Nov. 19, 2012

The producers of In Focus with Martin Sheen have announced an upcoming report highlighting the role that patriotism is playing in the everyday life and in the political beliefs of Americans.

In Focus with Martin Sheen is an independently produced television program airing in markets around the country on public television including some PBS affiliates. The TV show is hosted by the legendary Martin Sheen, who is embarking on his second half-century in the entertainment industry next year. Over his career, Mr. Sheen has appeared in countless memorable television roles and more than 60 feature films.

In Focus Martin Sheen PBS is looking at how patriotism is experiencing a rebirth as part of our American conversation. For many people, differing views of patriotism are creating great debates in our political life, including the role of government in the future of our country. The producers of In Focus will be talking to leaders in several civil movements to understand the powerful new influences giving rise to a new patriotism around the country.

The producers of In Focus with Martin Sheen are expecting to have the report ready for broadcast in the coming months. For more information about the reports or to offer other ideas related to this topic, In Focus with Martin Sheen can be reached through the show’s official website at infocusptv.com or on Facebook at facebook.com/InFocusMartinSheen.